Enchanted Kingdom showcases enchanting Flores de Laguna

The winning creation of Mark Francis Pacion of San Pablo is featured at the Flores de Laguna gown competition of Enchanted Kingdom. CONTRIBUTED PHOTOS

THE first and only world-class theme park in the Philippines, Enchanted Kingdom (EK), showcased the craftsmanship of the Province of Laguna through the Flores de Laguna gown competition at the EK Spaceport Grounds, Santa Rosa, Laguna on June 9.

In partnership with the Provincial Government of Laguna, the Department of Trade and Industry - Calabarzon and the Laguna Tourism Council, the competition featured 14 prominent designers from Calauan, San Pablo City, Sta. Cruz, Pila, Bay, Lumban, Cavinti, Biñan City, San Pedro City, City of Santa Rosa, Mabitac and Pagsanjan.

Mark Francis Pacion of San Pablo emerged as the grand winner for his creation, using coconut bark cloth material that emphasized the value of San Pablo City's famous coconuts. Pacion's creation was inspired by the mystical aura of San Pablo City's Seven Lakes.

Jessycris Baduel of Lumban and Jeffrey Tope of Pila bagged the first and second runner-up spots, respectively.

Winners were judged based on their creation's concept and cohesiveness of design, originality, creativity and design innovation, overall look and impact, commercial viability and audience impact.

For more information and updates regarding this event and EK's other upcoming events and offers, visit https://www.enchantedkingdom.ph and EK's official social media accounts @enchantedkingdom.ph for Facebook and Tiktok, and @ek_philippines for Twitter and Instagram.